Columns
These sought-after sections offer expert auction analysis, cultural commentary, and more, adding depth, variety, and a personal touch to every issue. Columns include Gavels ’n’ Paddles, Psychology of Collecting, The Beat, Pop Culture Collecting, Toys from the Attic, and Civil War Collector.
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Paul Newman’s Rolex wristwatch, Phillips/Bacs & Russo, $17.75 million
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall The late actor Paul Newman’s Rolex, the “Paul Newman” ...
Great Collections: December 2017
The Grimminger Collection of Hymnals With Dr. Daniel Grimminger Since the time of the 16th-century Reformation, hymn singing has been ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Harry Potter first edition, $81,250, Heritage Auctions
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall A rare, first edition copy of Harry Potter and ...
Beckett Acquires Comic Book Certification Service
Comic Character Collectibles: December 2017 By J.C. Vaughn Comic Book Certification Service, LLC (CBCS), the company headed by President and ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: 1981 Rolls-Royce Corniche, $39,600, Milestone Auctions
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall A 1981 Rolls-Royce Corniche convertible with a classic blue ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Indian Queen bitters bottle, $14,375, American Bottle
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall A rare and beautiful Brown’s Celebrated Indian Queen figural ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Kentucky Chippendale desk, $498,750, Cowan’s Auctions
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall The Chippendale desk (and bookcase) of Capt. John Cowan ...
Publishers Corner: December 2017
The Gift of Print by Maxine Carter-Lome One comment I hear repeatedly when I tell people I am the publisher ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Amazing Fantasy #15, $13,750, Bruneau & Co.
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall A copy of Marvel Comics Amazing Fantasy #15 from ...
What's Selling on eBay: November 2017
by Deborah Abernethy and Mike McLeod $1,125 (12 bidders, 18 bids): Victorian Austrian Solid Silver Baby's Rattle/Whistle/Teether/Comforter. This antique Victorian ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Bob Kuhn acrylic painting, $409,500, Jackson Hole
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall An acrylic on Masonite painting by Bob Kuhn (1920-2007), ...
A "Cover Story" That Changed My Life
Character Collectibles: November 2017 By J.C. Vaughn Sometimes a comic book cover can change your life. Weird, but true. It's ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Remington’s Bronco Buster, $510,000, Brunk Auctions
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall Frederic Remington’s famous bronze sculpture titled Bronco Buster sold ...
Antiques Peek: November 2017
by Jessica Kosinski Birthstones Shining Bright This month we are taking a peek at birthstones. Birthstones today are commonly worn ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Queen Anne maple highboy, $10,530, Copake Auction
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall An 18th century Queen Anne curly maple highboy made ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Nakashima table and chairs, $187,500, Freeman’s Auction
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall A George Nakashima (Am., 1905-1990) Sanso “Reception House” table ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: 1998 Harley Davidson, $7,900, Cordier Auctions
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall A sleek 1998 Harley Davidson motorcycle customized by Bob ...
Great Collections: November 2017
The Glove Collection Trust Gloves have been found in the tomb of Tutankhamen, on the hands of newly crowned monarchs, ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Bob Dylan limited edition print, $5,312, Woodshed Art Auctions
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall A signed limited edition print by the legendary musician-songwriter ...
What's Selling on eBay: October 2017
by Deborah Abernethy and Mike McLeod $1,606 (12 bidders, 29 bids): Extremely rare antique silver polar bear pincushion, Adie & ...
Publisher's Corner: November 2017
Collectible Adornments By Maxine Carter-Lome An adornment is generally an accessory or ornament worn to enhance the beauty or status ...
Wonder Woman Keeps Making News: Three Comics Top $1.5 Million
Comic Character Collectibles: October 2017 By J.C. Vaughn Pristine Comics realized record prices for a CGC-certified 9.4 copy of All ...
Great Collections: October 2017
Match Safes and Little People A Conversation with Dr. Howard Knohl of The Knohl Collection by Judy Gonyeau, Managing Editor ...
Gavels 'n' Paddles: Norman Rockwell painting, $1.68 million, Heritage
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far by Ken Hall A baseball-themed painting by artist Norman Rockwell that appeared ...
Antiques Peek: October 2017
Strike Up a Collection by Jessica Kosinski In the world of collectibles, some people think that bigger is better. However, ...

